Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison's conservative coalition has been re-elected in a shock result at the country's federal elections.
Partial results show his Liberal-National Coalition having secured close to a majority.
Meanwhile opposition Labor Party leader Bill Shorten accepted defeat and announced his resignation.
However the result seemed extremely unlikely with exit polls suggesting a Labor win for the first time in half a dozen years.
Jordanian airspace reopens after 'comprehensive review'
Jordan has announced the reopening of its airspace to all civil aviation traffic following a "comprehensive operational and security review amid current regional developments".
Iran vows to attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz
An Iranian Revolutionary Guards senior official said on Monday that the Strait of Hormuz is closed and Iran will fire on any ship trying to pass, Iranian media reported.
Drones target fuel tanks at Oman’s Duqm Port
Several drones have targeted fuel tanks and struck one at Oman's Duqm commercial port on Tuesday, with no casualties reported.
At least 42 civilians killed in Afghanistan in conflict with Pakistan, UN agency says
At least 42 civilians have been killed and 104 wounded in Afghanistan in the fighting with Pakistan between February 26 and March 2, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA)said on Tuesday, as the military conflict between the neighbours entered its sixth day.
Qatar announces interception of 2 jets, 101 missiles since Iranian attack
Qatar's Ministry of Defence has announced its successful interception of 2 SU-24 fighter jets, 98 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles, and 24 drones since the start of the Iranian attack.
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An extra hour of the UAE's biggest radio show for your drive home.
The legendary Craig David joins The Kris Fade Show for an unforgettable chat!
One of the most talked about comedians in the world takes over The Kris Fade Show. Watch the full interview here...
From taking us down memory lane to a possible BAD BOYS 5 in Dubai?
It arrived: The UAE's First Mega Music Festival at Expo City Dubai!
